Serving 244 students in grades 7-12, Waco High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 244 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Minority Enrollment: 9%
Graduation Rate
: ≥90% (Top 50% in IA)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 75-79% (Top 30%)
Science Proficiency
: 70-74% (Top 30%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Waco High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waco High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waco High School?
The graduation rate of Waco High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Waco High School?
244 students attend Waco High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Waco High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waco High School?
Waco High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waco High School offer ?
Waco High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
WACO School System is truly a great school district. The quality of academic programs is top notch. The teachers are very much a part of your childs life. They are very concerned with your childs progress, or lack of progress, and communicate with parents when the need arises. Extracirricular activities are easily available for students to participate in. Vocal music, band, orchestra, sports are very easily accessable for every student. Facilities are very new and kept up very well. The new athletic track is a beautiful addition to the school. Parental involvement is very present. There is a very active PTO, Music Boosters, Athletic Boosters, and Wrestling Booster committees.
- Posted by Parent - dnebe
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 244 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Minority Enrollment: 9%
Graduation Rate
: ≥90% (Top 50%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 75-79% (Top 30%)
Science Proficiency
: 70-74% (Top 30%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
